Bus Aide

JOB SUMMARY:

Ensures the safety of the children throughout the bus route. Also assists the teaching team with classroom activities and routines according to policies and procedures.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervises the children on the bus and classroom at all times.
• Assists driver with bus drills for children, three times a year.
• Assists the children with boarding and exiting the bus in a safe manner. Including COVID-19 Screening.
• Secures children in child restraint system to ensure safety in transit; educates parents on the proper use of the restraint systems.
• Attends to the safety and well being of the children while on the vehicle.
• Assists the children in collecting their belongings and clearing the bus.
• Attends annual Bus Driver/Aide training prior to the start of school.
• Administers medications for children on the bus during emergency situations according to policy as needed.
• Must follow procedure to “walk the bus” after each run to ensure that no child has been left on the bus.
• Assists the driver during emergency situations, maintains calm atmosphere and reassures the children.
• Assists in all classroom activities and routines as assigned when in the room.
• Adapts well to changes in classroom routines, busing procedures, and emergency situations.
• Participates in required professional development trainings and meetings. Must be MAT, First Aide, CPR certified and maintain certification.
• Must be aware of and follow all policies and procedures pertaining to the bus and classroom.
• Performs other related duties as assigned including daily cleaning/sanitation.
• Completes appropriate documentation in areas of compliance including attendance, incident reports, LDSS
• 2221a form and child observation disclosure form when making a report to CPS.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have the desire to work with low income and special needs children and families.
• Must be able to work well with children, parents, and other staff members.
• Must exhibit good judgment and professionalism when carrying out duties and representing the Agency/program.
• Must remain in seat with seat belt fastened unless specifically assisting a child.
• Must be able to work with others in a warm, non-judgmental manner, and be a positive role model to children and parents.
• Must have good communication skills and be able to follow oral and written directions.
• Must have acceptable physical and mental health to carry out the responsibilities of the position including participating in activities with children at their level and being able to lift and assist children.
• Must attend Head Start meetings and First Aid/CPR/MAT trainings as requested.
• Must complete and maintain required trainings in specific topic areas as assigned; completes a minimum of 30 hours over a two-year period.
• Must maintain confidentiality.
• Must be vaccinated for COVID-19 per Head Start mandate or qualify for an exemption waiver.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 3 months directly related paid or volunteer experience required

16 Hours Per Week / 40 Weeks Per Year

Grade 5

Monday through Thursday: 10:00am - 2:00pm

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